Best Coconut Rice (Printable Version)

Fragrant jasmine rice cooked in coconut milk for a fluffy, subtly sweet side dish perfect with curries and grilled meats.

# What You Need:

→ Rice

01 - 1 cup jasmine rice, rinsed until water runs clear

→ Liquids

02 - 1 cup full-fat unsweetened coconut milk
03 - 1 cup water

→ Seasonings

04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 teaspoon sugar, optional for subtle sweetness

# How To Make It:

01 - Rinse jasmine rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear, removing excess starch for fluffy results.
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, salt, and sugar if using. Stir gently to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
03 - Place saucepan over medium heat and bring mixture to a gentle boil, watching carefully to prevent overflow.
04 - Reduce heat to low, cover with tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is completely absorbed and rice is tender.
05 - Remove from heat and let rice sit covered for 10 minutes, allowing residual steam to complete cooking process.
06 - Gently fluff rice with a fork to separate grains without mashing. Serve warm alongside curries, grilled meats, or tropical dishes.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It transforms plain rice into something extraordinary without any fancy techniques
  • The subtle coconut flavor makes everything on your plate taste better
02 -
  • Resist the urge to lift the lid while it simmers, that trapped steam is essential for fluffy rice
  • The resting period after cooking is not optional, it's when the rice transforms from wet to perfect
03 -
  • Shake your coconut milk can well before opening, the cream settles at the top
  • If using light coconut milk, reduce the water slightly by about 2 tablespoons

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